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The prison mirror. [volume] (Stillwater, Minn.) 1887-1894, 1887-12-14
Respectfully Declines.

Editor Mirror:
have been so generally requested to give ut
terance to my thoughts while in the hole" that
feel it incumbent upon me to give my reasons for
declining. In the first place you would have to go
to the expense of buying two kinds of ink-a
raven" black and "Plutonic'' red secondly,
they would not look at all well in print and in
the third place. do not wish to get you int, trou
BILE nor do wish to return to that 'haven of ref.
uge" again. Trusting that you will consider these
reasons good and sufficient. 1 remain, very res
pectfully. f.
Dec. IL, 1887.
The prison mirror. [volume] (Stillwater, Minn.) 1887-1894, 1887-12-14
For The Mirror.


Start at the sight, O erring man;
Think of it lightly if you can.
In midst of verdant hills it lies,
Like dark cloud in summer skies.
Look, all around is wondrous fair
Where those stone walls rise high in air;
Attracting sight. and saddening heart.
To think for what those walls upstart-
Encircling in their strong embrace
Ruined outcasts OF the human race.
Penned in from all that they hold dear:
Restrained from every joy by fear:
In crimes degrading livery dressed;
Stunned by the world like some pest
Oh. well might some within yon wall,
Meath shame and sorrow stricken fall.
Dec IL. 1887. c. H. O'NEIL.
The prison mirror. [volume] (Stillwater, Minn.) 1887-1894, 1887-12-14
HAS Signed the Pledge.

EQltOr MlrrOr:
l was accosted last Thursday morning by
a friend of mine in a manner that was
clearly indicative Of hostility. Catching
me by the arm and shaking the life almost
out Of my body he said. "Well. you are a
pretty fellow" After recovering sufficient
ly to catch my breath, | told him to spare
me at least the compliment, and explain
the cause Of his atfectionate demonstrations.
WELL" he said Il suppose you imagined
you did something smart when you wrote
that cat and mouse story" ''Oh, yes" he
cuntinued. lit was very witty and very
funny; but for a man who but recently de-
voted so much time ana thought advocating
a total abstinence society in this place, and
who, through the medium of our MIRROR.
publicly God blessed the women of the w.
G. T. u, the cat and mouse story of ne
cessity stamps the man, if not inslncere, at
least inconsistent"
To say that | was astOniShed would not
express it. l told him that the story was
": IN simply to amllse the boys. and SO
Ia o., regards my previous sincerity in
Temperance connection, Iwant to say to this
particular friend, and all my friends in and
out of prison, that in future it l so far for
get myself as to say or write anything that
is any way calculated to encourage the
habit of drinking, hope to meet as prompt
but severer cliastisement than l did on this
occasion; and 1 fearlessly. but with due
reverence, pray God to wither my hand,
right or left, or both, that raises to my lips
the first glass of liquor. So, my friend. if
you did no more. you have succeeded in
making me sign the pledge, before we
were permitted to organize total abstin-
ance society. Alphabetically yours.
Dec. 12. 1887. ii. }. CLIFTON.
The prison mirror. [volume] (Stillwater, Minn.) 1887-1894, 1887-12-14
Dec. IL, 1887

Beauty deprived of its proper foils and
adjuncts ceases to be enjoyed as beauty
just as light deprived of all shadow ceases
to he enjoyed as light.-Ruskin.
The prison mirror. [volume] (Stillwater, Minn.) 1887-1894, 1887-12-14

Life is short day. but it is working
day.-Hannah Moore.
The prison mirror. [volume] (Stillwater, Minn.) 1887-1894, 1887-12-14

Two young ladies ~ wer, walking
down State street, the other day. when
they met another female who bowed to
them.
One of them recognized the salutation,
but the other did not.
When demonstrated with by her cOmpan-
ion for the apparent rebuke. she replied:
Me recognize that woman on the street.
Well. guess not. Pm lady from Wa
bash ave, l am, and you can gamble your
merry existence on it that l don't rec'niZe
no such chimp as she be-"
This speaks volumes for the culture of
Wabash avenue ladies. The school board
should 60 on the warpath. Chicago Sun
day Nationl.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
4 Grand Demonstration,

LONDON, April 1.-The day appoin- ted for the great demonstration in Lon. don against the Irish Coercion biu now pending before the House of Commons opened brilliantly the weather is balmy and the sun shining brilliantly. Crowds of people are marching towards Hyde Park where the meetings are to be held from every district of London with bands and banners and carriages filled with tenders in days exercises. The utmost enthusiasm prevails, IA platforms for use of orators have been erected in Hyde Park and occupy the whole frontage of fashionable Park lane and all taking part in procession from East to West end of London and wear rosettes to initiate the Irish emblems of Shamrock. Large force of police is held in reserve for an emergency.
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Presidential Appointments.

WASHINGTON, April 1.-The Presi- dent has appointed Eugene Sample. of Washington Territory, to b egoverner of Washington Territory. Samuel Shannon, of Cheyenne, to be Secretary of Wyom- ing Territory, and Edgar P, Turner, of New York; Ito be consul at Mozambique.
 Secretary Fairchild has appointed Wm. Gavitt, of Evansville, Indiana, te be special agent at the Seal Islands of Alaska vice Thomas F. Ryan resigned
 Acting Secretary Muldrow has recom- meaded to the Attorney General that the suit instituted to cancel patents to homestead entries made in the township bounded on the east by Raton Creek and on the west by Turner's Creek in Pueblo, Colorado, land district be pressed. It is charged that these entries with one ex. ception were all made in the name of fictitious persons, and that the tract in question contains the largest and finest coal deposits in southern Colorado. The ceal crops ou. of the surface.
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Alter Land Fraudsr

SANTA FE, N. M. April II.-Commis- sioner Sparks, of the general land office, has recommended to the secretary of the interior that suit be instituted in the ter rtorial court of New Mexico, to vacate the patent to 55,ooo acres of land in Col orado and New Mexico, alleged to have been enormously included in the survey and patent of the Tierra Amarillo grant dated Febsary, 1887 This recemmen. dation is based on the report of Surveyor General Julian, of New Mexico, from which it appears that the patent embrac- ed common laRds that were left free to the public reservation by the Mexican government, and which therefore could not pass under grant.
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A Wrecked Schooner.

SANTA CRUZ, Cal, April 1.-The bark ]. A. Seaver, two hundred and twenty tons, from San Francisco, for Port Orford, with hay and salt, lost its rudder during gale on Saturday, and yesterday drifed ashore and become a total loss at Point New Year, three miles from here. Joe Brown, second mate Wm. Anderson, saailor, and chinese cook were drowned. Captain Robertson and four of the remaining crew were rescued. The vessel was owned by A. Crawford & Go, of San Francisco. The loss on the vessel is 75oo, insurance 5000.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12

The aImies of Great Britain, France, Germany, Holland, Italy, and Belgium, these six Europeon countries have 2,2oo,- 43I men under arms at an annual cost of $4o5 so5,52o, or at the rate of S223 per man. The United States spends seven times as mnch per soldier, but the total cost is relatively magnificent. The arm- cd force of Europe in actual servlce is 4I22,374 men including armies and nav. ies, besides 10. 3oS,I63 reserves at call; making an aggregate of IA52I,537. This is substantially in 5 of all men of the arms bearing age. The proportion ex- cluding the reserves is in I6 for all Europe, while in the United States it is one in 322. Even in Great Btitain which is about the feast harassed in this way is I in 26. Taking not the arms. bearing, but the entire population, the ratio of the European armies and navies is as to ST or even to A, including reserves while that of the United States is as to I. Goo.
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detectives and ,constables. At 9 o'clock this morning A conductors and brake men was locked up in the county jail. Eearly trains from the west are held in yard by display of red signals from the blsck at 4th Avenue. Officers boarded the train knowing men that were wanted and promptly arrested them and march them to the jail. No train around that didn't loose some men from its crew.
 Among the prisoners are several des- perate characters who were wanted by the police for other offenses, they were all armed, and when not taken by sur prise resisted arrest. Numbers ever powered them however and all were safe lodged in jail. A special dispatch from Dennison says: Officer Law ar. rested James and w. Csllis. It is inn possible to give what the aggregate is of the property stolen, but it is clainfed Mow that it will not reach S3oo.c j. The arrested created excitement among rail road employees ofthis city. At o'clock three more arrests were reported, many were captured at the pay car while re- ceiving their wages, this makes 76 now iR jail here, and it is supposed that as many mere have been apprehended at other points along the road. Great con- sternation prevails among the proprietors of "fences" and dens where the goods were secreted and sold The arrests in clude twelve conductors and thirty-seven brakemep. Seven more arrests have been made, and nearly two hundred war rants are still out. A number of houses in various parts of the city were raided to-day and large quantity of goods re- covered. Every man arrested had stolen goods somewhere.
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SALOON MEN IN COUNCIL.
They Organize To Contest The Late
 License Law.

Persuant 10 call of several saloon men of Tombstone large number of liquor deal. CTS met at the City Hall last Wednesday fer the purpose of advising as to the best method to be adopted in reference to the late unjust license law enacted by the fourteenth legislature. There were large number of interested men present and Henry Campbell was unanimously elected President of the Association, Harry Stevenson Secretary, and Chas. Haefner Treasurer. Alter the election of officers the following resolutions were adopted without division by the erganiza- ton and the members present signi. fled their approval of the docu- ment by attaching their signatures there to-
 Whereas, The last Legislatuse of the Territory of Arizona passed a new Li- cense Act, which we the liquor dealers of the City of Tombstone and of Territory generally deem unjust and discrimlnat- ing, being class Legislation, in that it applies only to one class of business, and exempts others and also as being illegal and unconstitutional, and in direct con. ffict with the Harrison act, for the government of Territories. Therefore be it
 Resolved, That we the liquor dealers Wholesale and retaiD ofthe city of Tomb stone, county of Cochise, Territory of Arizona in meeting assembled, do now constitute ourselves into permanent or ganlzation to be known as the Liquor Dealers Protective Association of Tomb stone,
 Resolved, That the object of this As sociation shall be the mutual protection of each other against unjust extortion and discrimination of outside inhu- ences.
 Resolved, That this Association thank and assist the Prescott Aassoca- tion in their endeavors to contest this un- just License Law in the courts of this Territory asd if necessary carry it to the Supreme Court of the United States.
 Resolved, That this Association be assessed pro rata of all expenses for con testing the same. Resolved, That we cordially invite all the Liquor dealers of the county of Co. chise to act with us or when possible to form separate association and notify the President of the Tombstone Association of such organization, the name of Presi. dent and number of members.
 Resolved, That the officers of this Association shall consist of a PresideS. Secretary and Treasurer.
 Resolved, That all Liquor dealers desiring to become members of this Asso- citation, will sign their names to these res- al,
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
BIDS.
Proposals and Specifications
 for Building a Bridge.

Will be received by the Board of Supervisors, of the County of Cochise, at the office of the Clerk in Tombstone, A. T., up to May 2d, 1887, at 2 o'clock P. m., for the furnishing of all material and the construction of a bridge, across the San Pedro river at Benson; such bids, proposals and specifications must be accompanied by good and sufficient bond in the sum of $500, conditioned that the bidder will enter into contract and bond for the faithful performance there of, in such a sum as the Board may designate, within ten 10) days from the time he is notified that his bid is accepted. Bids will be opened May 2d, 1887, at 2 p. m. The Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids without notification.
 By order of the Board,
 A. R. ENGLISH, A9 Clerk,
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12

Gideon J. Tucker an old Arizona fraud is now in New York, misrepresenting everything in Arizona from Governor Zulick nown to the Papago Indian. This old fossil was an applicant for the possi- ten of Governor of Arizona and failing to convince President Cleveland of his. fit. ness for the position. He seeks by mis. representations to injure our Territory He has to assist him, Brick Pomeroy. another ranting old hypocrite' who ha. proven himself the most gigantic fraud of the century.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
Fruit Trees.

The finest two-year old fruit trees, quinces, peach, apricot, apple, pears. plums, prunes, nectarinus, (persimmon Japan), chesnut, olives, almond, pome- granates, mount cypress; also fifty different roses, pinks and many other plants for sale by William Brauch, Fulton street, between Second and Third, Tombstone, Arizona. Orders by mail promptly at- tended. Our motto is honest dealing. Four -boxes-pot plants received by express to-day, most all in blooms, wis tarias, Lady Washington, heliotrope, primroses, carnation, begonias and many other plants.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
A Gigantic Steal.

PITTsBURG, April 1.-The detectives have unearthed Gigantic conspiracy fer robbing the Pan Handle Company of nearly half a million dollars worth of freight said to have been conceived by plunderers and their tools and most of the aen involved were Conductors and brakemen and other employees of the Railroad Company. This morning cen- certed raid began on the boarding houses and homes of the Pan Handle Railroad employees, Conductors and brakemen, by squad composed of 100 policeman
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For Sale.

A furnished house of six rooms in a good location. This property will be sold cheap. There are three lots con- nected with the premises, and perfect title to all of them. The house is splen- didly furnished with all of the modern improvements, bath tubs, etc., with hot and cold water connections. The prop erty is insured up to February, 1888. Parties desiring a bargain should make application at thls office at once.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
ASafeguard.

The fatal rapidity with which sligls Colds and Coughs frequently develop Into the grayest maladies of the threat and lungs, is a consideration which should impel every prudent person te keep at hand, as household remedy, bottle Of AYERS CHERRY PECTORAL.
 Nothing else gives such immediate reaef snd works so sure cure in all affections Of this class. That eminent physician, Prof. F. Sweetzer, of the Maine Medical School, Brunswick, Me-, says
 "Medioal science has produced no other ane- dyne expectorant so good as AYERS CHERRY ELECTORAL. It is invaluable for diseases cf p1s throat and lungs"
 The same opinion is expressed by the Well-hnown Dr. L. J. Addison, of Chicago, Ill.,, who says:-
 "I have never found, in thirty-fve years of continuous study and practice of medicine, any preparation of so great value as AYERS CHERRY ELECTORAL, for treatment of diseases of the throat and lungs. It not only breaks up colds and cures severe coughs, but is more effective than anything else in relieving even the most serious bronchial and pulmonary afectioEs."
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12

The opponents of coercion intend to fight that measure at every step, and though Salisbury starts in with hundred majority, he may find it materially re- duced, if not entirely gone, before final vote is taken. Already some of the Unionists have deserted his banner, and he has been compelled, m deference to public opinion, to withdraw one of the most objectionable clauses of the bill.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
Iaspeoter's Eetice.

To all parties wishing to cross the line between Sonora and Arizona with cattle notice is hereby giveH that according ts the law of Arizona before entering said Territory with cattle, they must first be inspected by the regularly appointed in- spector, whose efice is in the vizina building, first door east of court house, Tombstone, Arizoaa.
 B. A. PACKARD,
 Inspector.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
Occidental Hotel,

This Is the only frst-classkotsl in Tombstone. It is handsomely furnished with all modern improvements. Trav- elers who stop at this house will find every comfort and attention. Private rooms for commercial travellers at reason able rates. A splendid billiard table and a card room. The bar is supplied with pure brands. of wines, liquors and cigars If
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12

Maricopa county is enjoying regular Southern California boom. People from all sections of the cnuntry are seeking out this new Eden in Central Arizona. It is generally presumed that Arizona is the land of the rattlesnake and the cacti, where green trees and sweet flowers abideth no', it is regarded by many people in tho east as the natural home of the Apache, and the passenger travelling through our Territory by rail sees noth- ing to disabuse his mind of this, but visit to the Salt River valley will at once convert the doubter. Here Tn this beautiful valley, as far as the eye can penetrate, is the green fields of alfalfa alternating with thrifty fields of grain, the peach, pear and the lucious grape is also here in abundance, and thrives and fourishes under the bright invigorating rays of Arizona sunshine. The wither. ing winter blasts that chill the heart and brings disaster upon the farm products of the east, is never known to the cheerful Arizona rancher. The soil is deep, rich and productive, the climate is temperate, invigorating and healthful, and hundreds of thousands of unocupied acres are awaiting the coming of the settler, who with small capital and willing hand, will assist in building up the grandest portion ot our countries commonwealth.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
The cid Story.

LONDON, April II.-Dispatchcs receiv- ed here state that another attempt was made on WedAsday last on the Czars life while riding ts Gatzchina station. Two persons, man and woman, were ar rested who had bombs concealed on their persons, which it is believd they had intended to throw at the Czars car- riage as it passed them.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
Notice to the Public.

Our customers are notified that we cannot permit the use of the hose at present, and are requested to avoid all waste and unnecessary use of water. Our present supply is needed for ordinary family use, and for furnishing mill and the various mining companies.
 HUACHUCA WATER O.,
 SYCAMORE WATER O.,
 J. W. CLARK, m30 Genl. Agent.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
Contrary to the early reports, the p

Contrary to the early reports, the pro- hibitory amendment in Michigan has been defeated by majority of not less than 10000. The most important re- verse that has yet met the movement in favor of prohibition, the mere fact that the people of Michigan have had an op- portunity of voting upon the question, is due to the persistent labors of the third narfv.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
OFFICIAL PAPER OF cocHIsE COUNTY

NIT. Henry w. Grady might get the two Montgomery and the Atlanta mili- tary companies, that are so afraid of a "niggor" that they won't camp on the same ground with him, to listen to lec- lures on the "New South"
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
W W0RLD'S NEWS. A Huge Railroad Steal In
 Pennsylvania. TWO HUNDRED ARRESTS. A Magnificent Demonstration In Favor of Ireland.
 BOUND TO KILL THE CHAR ASSOCIATED PRESS pIsrATcHEs.]
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Father MeGIynn will Lecture.

NEW YORK, April II.-Father Nc Glynn will set out to-morrsw evening on a lectaring tour throughout the country. He goes to Cincinnati where he will lecture Tuesday evening. He will thea proceed to Indianapolis, Chicago, Mil. waukee, St. Paul, St. Louis, Richmond and New Orleans.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
Mineral Surveyor.

U. s. Deputy Mineral Surveyor and City Engineer, surveys, maps and reports on mines a specially. All work per- formed at reasonable prices. Land survey, and applications made promptly. Best of references given.
 H. B. MANSON,
 Office 3IelFifh St.
 Tombstone, Ariz.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12

" Read me for my cause, and bepatient hat ye may read. ."-SHAKEspEARE. The Greatest Study of Mankind is Man. The greatest study of mankind is man, And who ere his wonderous frame doth scan, Ponder and kevise to cure an i'll, Whether by devise fruit or pill, An equal benefactor is he, and we haste, The inventor of cathartic or delicious taste,
 To do him honor. Who remembers not how the distressed mother, Her child's entreaties tries to smother, That she insist not the horrid dose be taken, The remembrance cen now does nausea awaken,
 And fond father, To be witness of his childs torture, would rather
 Pay high price,
 If money could purchase Cathartic nice. We have it now and great DE PRATIs name Appears upon the scroll of Esculapian fame; For after long study what would suit. Has hit upon DELICIOUS FRUIT
 To cure our Ills Away at once with draughts and pills; For whethcrit be indigestion, liver complaint or
 Constipation,
 Or any disease to which flesh is heir, He here with pride does boldly declare, And on the assertion will wager big, That It can be cured by HAMBRG FIG At druggists ascts box. J. J. Mack & Co. proprietors, s. F.
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Spring and Summer Goods.

l am in receipt of fine line of Spring and Summer goods which will be made xp to order on short notice and at reasonable prices. All orders promptly attended to. B. HATTICH,
 Allen bet. Fifth and Sixth Sts.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
New Goods,

A full line of Spring and Summer goods have just been received by Harris, the Tailor, and they will be made to suit customers or no pay demanded. Call and examine my stock before ordering elsewhere. HARRIS Tho Taller.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12
Gan Gan Restaurant.

Have always on hand the choicest Steaks, Chops, Game, Fish and Oysters, Spring Chicken and Fresh Eggs. Also Fresh Butter and Milk from the New Can Can Dairy. Open day and night.
 AID. WALSH, Proprietor.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12

Sidney Bartlett, one of Boston's best known lawyers, is eighty-eight years old, yet his bodily strength is little impaired, and he is said never to have exhibited greater intellectual viger than id recent argument in an important case.
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Just Received.

Received to-day fresh supply of the celebrated Buffalo brand of Hams and Bacon, which will be sold at lowest mar ket price at H. K TWEED'S.
Daily Tombstone epitaph., 1887-04-12

Whiskey brings more misery upon the human family than war, famine and pesti- lence combined. There is but one rati- onal course to persue for the inebriate and that is treatment that destroys the appetite for rum. Such is the Acme. Read their advertisement in an other column. '
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NOTARY PUBLIC.

We are now prepared to draw drafts direct, issue letters of credit, and transfer money by mail, and cable, on all points of Europe Asia, Africa and Australia.
 R. w. WOOD.
 Cashier
 Bank of Tombstone